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Mahomet-Seymour chooses Kenny Lee as new Superintendent

The Mahomet-Seymour School District has announced that Kenny Lee from Minooka Community High School District #111 will be the next Superintendent.

Lee, who is in his sixth year as Minooka’s Superintendent, also served as superintendent of of Iroquois County CUSD #9 in Watseka for six years. Lee began his career in public education in McLean County Unit 5, serving in a variety of positions, starting as a business teacher at Normal West High School up through serving as principal of Parkside Jr. High School.

Dr. Lee holds a Bachelor’s degree and Ed.S. degree from Eastern Illinois University, a Master’s degree
from Illinois State University, and a doctorate from the University of St. Francis.

Hailing from Paxton, Illinois, Dr. Lee is deeply familiar with central Illinois and the Mahomet-Seymour
schools. “I am humbled and honored to have the opportunity to serve as the next Superintendent of
Schools for Mahomet-Seymour Community Unit School District #3. Having grown up in nearby Ford
County, I appreciate the rich history and great reputation of the school district and community. I am more
than excited to begin building relationships with all stakeholders, and looking forward to becoming a
Bulldog! “Through the interview process, it was evident that Mahomet -Seymour schools is an excellent organization within a very supportive school community. To be chosen to serve the families of
Mahomet-Seymour in this capacity is truly humbling.”

Dr. Lee’s contract will be approved at the March 21, 2022 Board of Education meeting. A reception
welcoming Dr. Lee will be held prior to the Board of Education meeting from 6:15 p.m to 7:00 p.m. at
Middletown Prairie Elementary School. The public is invited to attend.

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  1. Godspeed, Dr. Lee. You’re going to need it dealing with this Board of Education and this community. I wish you nothing but the best, but I hope you know what you’re getting into.

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